Co Worker has a S.Abuse issue, would you point them towards the Union or HR for help? I think the union but I also don't have full trust in my union reps. I know the person wants help but they also can't afford to miss work. Any suggestions?
From Upsers site
Solutions, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and work/life benefit, provides practical information, advice, and support for a wide range of work/life issues such as:
- Anxiety or depression
- Child or senior care
- Relationship or marital issues
- Alcohol or substance abuse
- Bereavement
- Parental challenges
- Financial or legal concerns
- Finding colleges
Solutions offers confidential access to trained professionals 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and is administered by Beacon Health Options. There is no cost to employees for this benefit.
To find a mental health or substance abuse provider, call Solutions at 1-800-336-9117..
If they are serious about seeking help they shouldn't worry about missing work.
Best of luck to them